For carers

For carers

An INS approach means that we recognise that caring for a loved one with a long-term neurological condition can be challenging. It can lead to social isolation, additional stress and reduced health and wellbeing. If you are providing unpaid care and support to an adult with a long term neurological condition INS can offer you support and advice.

You may not think of yourself as a carer but if you are looking after and support your partner, parent, relative or friend who is ill or disabled then you are a carer.

How to look after yourself - Insight from a carer

As a carer it is often difficult to find time for yourself, take a break or enjoy old hobbies and interests. As a carer sleep can suffer, eating become unhealthy and overall wellbeing suffers. By offering carer support, befriending counselling and group activities; INS aims to address carer’s needs and enable them to continuing caring for their loved ones.

Once your carer referral is accepted we will write to you to let you know. A member of the team will arrange to visit you at home. We will discuss with you how INS might be able to help. INS works with other organisations to ensure that carers can access a wide range of additional support. For example, with your consent we will also refer you to either Richmond Carers Centre or carers support services in Hounslow.

You may have become a carer suddenly; perhaps the person you care for had a stroke or head injury or your role may change over time if the person you care for has a progressive condition such as multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease. INS can support you in a number of ways. Our range of services for carers includes training, education, support and respite. Services may be delivered in one to one sessions or in groups and are tailored to meet the carer’s needs.

You must live in, or be caring for someone who lives in the London boroughs of Richmond or Hounslow to receive our services.

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Where we work

Integrated Neurological Services (INS) provides support to people who live in the London boroughs of Richmond, Hounslow, Kingston and Wandsworth. If people live just out of these boroughs but can get to us we may still be able to offer some support.
What is a neurological condition?

A neurological condition is a disease, illness or trauma that affects the central or peripheral nervous system. Examples of symptoms include paralysis, tremor, cognitive difficulties, muscle weakness, poor coordination, loss of sensation, seizures, confusion, pain and altered levels of consciousness.
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History of INS

INS is the only organisation in the London area offering long term, professional rehabilitation and support for people with neurological conditions, through its experienced team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and social workers.
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At INS we believe that a long-term neurological condition requires a long-term approach. We believe that this should include support for carers and focus on ability not disability. this with your content
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INS welcomes anybody who is willing to offer their skills and some of their time to assist us in all areas of our work. Almost anyone can be a volunteer. We already have a team of invaluable volunteers who help us in many ways but we are always looking for more support.